LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has called on the Ministry of Health to implement mandatory use of name-tag uniforms and visible duty rosters for staff as a measure to counter corruption practices in public health facilities.
This move is aimed at addressing the increasing cases of ghost workers and middlemen, locally referred to as “dobadoba”, who are exploiting the system.
According to Gabriel Chembezi, Acting Director General of the ACB, the bureau has observed with concern the prevalence of corrupt practices in public health facilities, which are compromising the delivery of quality healthcare services to the people of Malawi.
“The bureau is therefore recommending the Ministry of Health to come up with proper mechanisms to enable patients and guardians to identify health personnel,” Chembezi said in a statement dated March 4, 2026.
The ACB’s recommendation is part of its broader efforts to promote transparency and accountability in the public sector, particularly in the health sector where corruption can have devastating consequences on the lives of citizens.
By introducing name-tag uniforms and visible duty rosters, the Ministry of Health can take a significant step towards reducing corruption and improving the overall quality of healthcare services.
The ACB’s call comes amidst growing concerns about the state of Malawi’s health sector, with reports of inadequate staffing, poor working conditions, and corruption undermining efforts to improve healthcare outcomes.
The bureau’s intervention is therefore seen as a welcome move towards addressing these challenges and promoting a culture of accountability in the health sector.
